Boston Murder Defense Attorney
According to §265 of the General Laws of Massachusetts, murder is considered to be the premeditated act of which homicide occurs. This differs from manslaughter in that there is malicious forethought and the crime was not simply the reaction of serious provocation or the unfortunate effects of a negligent behavior. In fact, the law defines murder as a crime the is carried out with "extreme atrocity or cruelty" although it can also be carried out while in the commission of another crime.
Should the crime be considered as a first-degree murder, the penalty will include either imprisonment for life or the possibility of the death sentence. This is a crime that is to be determined by a jury trial. If the convicted is found guilty of second-degree murder, they will face penalties that will include a life sentence spent in state prison. There is no option for parole.
Charged With Murder in Massachusetts?
There are few, if any, crimes that carry the level of severity that can be found along with criminal charges of murder. It is for this reason, that if you have been found yourself facing criminal charges for murder, that you do not hesitate to call the attorneys from the Massachusetts Criminal Defense Group. We utilize a no-fail attitude on a daily basis.
If our attorneys take on your case, you will be able to trust that we will leave no stone unturned in our efforts to help you build the strongest case possible. In some situations, there is no possibility of us getting the charges dismissed entirely or a successful verdict won. In these cases, we will not simple give up. Instead, we will do everything that we can to help get the penalties and charges reduced so that you have the most optimum sentencing possible.
Murder Attorney in Boston: Fighting for Your Future
When you are facing murder charges, your entire future is on the line. With so much at stake, you simply cannot afford to have a subpar or inexperienced attorney on your side. At our firm, we take a team approach to our cases. We have a legal team composed of former district attorneys who know the courts and know the justice system inside and out. As a Boston powerhouse of a firm, you can rest easier knowing that we will do everything that we need to defend your legal rights.
Massachusetts Lawyer Defending Murder Charges. Free Consultation
Not only do we defend clients facing murder charges, but we also represent clients at RMV hearings, probation violation hearings, and Clerk Magistrate hearings. When clients wish to erase their criminal record, we'll also prepare and present motions (or "petitions") to seal their criminal records. Call (800) 461-6900, or use our online contact form to schedule an appointment and free consultation at any of our law offices.
